Atheros
Atheros Communications Inc. was a leading developer of advanced semiconductor system solutions for wireless and wired communications. Founded in 1998, the company was headquartered in Santa Clara, California, and was at the forefront of the wireless technology revolution, providing innovative technologies for use in smartphones, laptops, routers, and other devices. Atheros's product portfolio included a wide range of Wi-Fi chipsets, Ethernet solutions, and other wireless networking technologies.
In 2011, the company was acquired by Qualcomm, a global leader in semiconductor, wireless technology, and services, further expanding Qualcomm's capabilities in the wireless communication sector. Today, Atheros's legacy continues as part of Qualcomm Atheros, a division of Qualcomm Incorporated.